Martin McEvoy
10th grade Englsih
After school Hours: Fridays after school
Contact Email: MJMcEvoy@leepublicschools.net
Contact Phone: 1(413)- 243-2780 ext. *2419
ENGLISH 10 (Course ENG205)
This course integrates the study of literature with the writing process. It uses a genre-based approach to literature that includes the short story, drama, poetry, and novels during the year. The course emphasizes the importance of writing to express a student's understanding of literature and to foster a student's critical thinking skills and analytical abilities. Evaluation will more greatly rely on written responses and multi-paragraph essays as the year goes on. A review of literary terms, grammar, usage, and other conventions of Standard English, sentence mastery, paragraph development, a variety of expository models, and MCAS preparation are ongoing topics in this course.
Grading:
25% Participation and Class work
15% Homework
20% Quizzes
40% Tests and Projects
HONORS ENGLISH 10 (Course ENG210)
In the Sophomore Honors English class the teacher will go into more depth and will require more reading and preparation by the students. The teacher may also decide to supplement an aspect of the curriculum through outside readings and independent assignments.
Placement in the Honors English class will be determined by the student's previous academic record, standardized testing scores, and teacher recommendations. Success in this class will depend on the individual student’s ability and willingness to work independently and to meet course expectations consistently.
Grading:
25% Participation and Class work
15% Homework
20% Quizzes
40% Tests and Projects
12th Grade School To Work English II
School to Work English I is a prerequisite for this course, which is an extension of the research of the previous year. Active learning projects with technical writing, internet research, and oral presentations help students gain the knowledge and achieve the confidence needed in today’s workforce. Reading for enjoyment and information continues to be a focus and students may have opportunities for extended job shadowing. THIS IS NOT A COLLEGE PREP CLASS.
Grading:
50% Participation and Class work
50% Tests and Projects